NIKE to re-create history of Michael Jordan's NBA uniforms

19 Feb '07

3 min read

Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Co, purveyors of authentic vintage sportswear since 1904, has announced a partnership with Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc to re-create the history of Michael Jordan's NBA uniforms. The three-year exclusive agreement will feature a collection of authentic on-court uniforms commemorating defining moments of Jordan's illustrious NBA career.

The first jersey in the collection, a historically accurate reproduction of Jordan's 1987 Bulls road jersey, will be released Saturday, February 17th and will coincide with NBA All-Star Weekend and the 2007 Slam Dunk Contest. This year's Slam Dunk Contest marks the 20th Anniversary since a young Michael Jordan took flight from the free throw line in 1987 and captured his first ever Slam Dunk Championship.

"It is a privilege for our brand to be associated with the Jordan Brand and one of the greatest athletes of all time," said Sean McKinney, President of Mitchell & Ness. "We felt that All Star Weekend in Las Vegas presented the perfect opportunity to introduce this historic collection to the world."

The limited edition run of 500 jerseys will come encased in a handmade wooden collector's box and includes interior detail such as faux lizard skin, a commemorative 20th Anniversary patch and a signed letter of authenticity. The authentic jersey will be manufactured to the exact specifications of the original and will include special labeling to reflect the order in which it was produced.Both the jersey and the collector's box are being made in the USA and the package will retail for $400.

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